Shopping        Want to Advertise here? Home | Mail | Invite | Browse | Blogs | Articles | Forums | Classifieds | Videos | Signup   Ask The Professor     Subject : Katana shops Question : I read that the traditional tempered steel Samurai swords were banned in Japan after World War - II. So, Are the Katana's we buy in martial arts shops and on the internet some sort of knock-offs and not true "traditional" Japanese Katana? Where can I find some "traditional" Japanese Katana made by an authentic master sword maker? Reply : Sadly it is true To buy a real blade today you must have a connection or know a collector. Once you have found the blade of your choice ,get it appraised and valued. I suggest www.collectorsfirearms.com for apprassials. They are simply the best and most honest ,ask for Mike Clark. I buy and sell my Swords there. Please stay away from the Internet for Swords ,most are all fake and replica of authentic. The Professor Posted By : Daniel king Posted Date : January 29, 2008 Response by : Professor Gary Lee Replied Date : April 11, 2008               Disclaimer  |  Terms of Service  |  Privacy Notice  |  Contact Us  |  Copyright © 2010 www.martialcafe.com. All rights reserved Best Viewed in 1024x768